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Nov 7, 2017 | 03:57 PM

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Magnumforce87

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Originally Posted by Mixer man

If the frame was "overhauled"(?) maybe they stuffed a F-350 front axle under it? Not sure if that fits though.
The duck - Lol.

the duck, he's from the hood, Holmes.

Nov 7, 2017 | 05:24 PM

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My guess would be that the running gear is from the donor truck so bolt patterns , dual wheels etc are probably not relevant . It looks like it was reasonably well done , do you know how many miles - years your grandfather drove it ? And oh by the way very cool truck and welcome .

Nov 7, 2017 | 07:48 PM

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He drove the truck since 1974, converted to cummins,I believe in 2004, if my mind serves me right. Not sure on the miles, runs strong, no blowby. It's a Ford F-250 since the first three digits are f25.

Nov 8, 2017 | 11:32 AM

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Nice score on the truck

Always nice when there is a sentimental link to the project.

Happy motoring!

Nov 10, 2017 | 10:05 AM

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That is a nice engine but it is very heavy. Make sure that your front suspension is in good condition. You might see some wear.

Nov 10, 2017 | 09:11 PM

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That is a nice engine but it is very heavy. Make sure that your front suspension is in good condition. You might see some wear.

I did some research, the truck is sitting in a 77 ford 1 ton frame.

Nov 10, 2017 | 09:35 PM

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I did some research, the truck is sitting in a 77 ford 1 ton frame.

No engines that massive in 1977. Still recommend checking things over.

Nov 10, 2017 | 09:41 PM

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No engines that massive in 1977. Still recommend checking things over.

Aye aye sir!

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Nov 10, 2017 | 11:06 PM

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I did some research, the truck is sitting in a 77 ford 1 ton frame.

The Cummins engine weighs in at around 1,200 lbs. Your '77 model truck chassis was engineered for an engine weighing in at around 600 lbs. max., which puts you at max. GVW capacity on your front axle. You are at borderline even if you don't carry a load.